German word

Obmann

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɔpman/

Meaning

  • masculine nounchair

Example

Die Obmänner des Ausschusses begrüßten alle Anwesenden.

The committee chairs welcomed everyone present.

Illustration for Obmann (chair)

More examples

Man wählte ihn zum Obmann.

He was elected chair.

Core concept

A person at the front of a small committee or association, conducting its meetings and representing the group.

Common phrases

  • neuer Obmann

    new chair

  • Obmann und Stellvertreter

    chair and deputy chair

  • Obmann wählen

    elect a chair

Similar words

Vorsitzender: A chairperson who leads meetings and gives direction during proceedings.
Sprecher: A group representative who conveys its opinions and position to the public.
Leiter: A person who oversees a team or department and determines its course of work.
Moderator: A meeting or debate facilitator who keeps discussion and timing on track.

Definition in German

Eine Person, die eine Sitzung leitet und für die Organisation und Vertretung einer kleineren Kommission oder eines Vereins verantwortlich ist.

Word origin

The compound Obmann joins the old Germanic element ob, meaning 'above', with Mann, reflecting a person placed over a group.

Usage tips

  • Obmann is masculine; the corresponding feminine title is Obfrau, and the usual plural is Obmänner.

Other meanings

  • presiding officernoun

Related words

  • Obfrauchairwomannoun

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